Examining the key channels of communication between the government and the people, including democracy and participation, political parties, electoral systems, voting behaviour and the media.

Examining an understanding of the role and effectiveness of key institutions, such as the Prime Minister and Cabinet

Examining the US Constitution and Federalism, US Congress, the Presidents and the Supreme Court, Voting Behaviour, Parties and Pressure Groups. Students will compare these to the UK systems. 

Students will develop a good understanding of the ideologies which underpin modern political ideas and policies. These include Conservatism, Socialism, Liberalism and Anarchism. Students will examine how they have developed and are applied today. 

International Relations examines the world of politics and the social-historical impact of global development. Students learn about the different political systems and governing policies around the world, understanding how they connect with a broad range of international issues, such as human rights, global poverty, climate change, global ethics, etc. 

Politics at degree level will give students an excellent grounding in the discipline, covering political theory, ideas and ideologies, and government and institutions. Students can also explore comparative politics, which considers the different national and international political institutions in Britain, the USA, Europe and much of the developing world.